If we asked you your hair's worst enemy, we know for sure it would be frizz. You may have tried conditioners, serums and creams, yet frizz keeps coming back, ruining your look, heck, ruining your day. Do you know what can turn that around even in Dubai's climate? A keratin hair treatment.
What Is Keratin?
Keratin is the protein in your hair. It forms the main structure of your hair and is the reason your hair doesn't detach and break easily upon touch. Should your hair break or you experience hair loss, it is likely the keratin in your hair is gone. The likely causes are pollution, overprocessing, or heat styling.
In Dubai's weather, your hair is constantly exposed to too much sun and humid air, that can all cause damage. With a keratin treatment done and the best professional keratin treatment products, you can step out into Dubai's blazing sun with smooth hair that laughs at humidity.
How Does Dubai Keratin Hair Treatment Work to Smooth Hair?
Keratin treatment is a smoothing and hair straightening treatment, not the traditional treatment you already know. The latter might give you a quick fix, but a keratin hair treatment takes your hair from frizzy to smooth and silky.
During the treatment application, expect that a keratin formula will be applied to your hair, coating each strand. This helps repair damage while also protecting your hair from potential damage.
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Who Should Get a Keratin Treatment Done?
Keratin treatment is hugely popular in Dubai because of the climate. No frizz on your collar, no flyaways after a quick breeze from the AC. That's your desire, right? Keratin treatment can turn things around for different hair types and conditions.
If you have hair that decides on its own, a keratin treatment is the solution.
Frizz-Prone Hair
We know the struggle with frizz-prone hair and we understand it. A keratin treatment helps in forming bonds between your hair, taming frizz for a long time. For those with curly or wavy hair that naturally goes haywire in humid air, keratin hair treatment is worth trying out. Many people who have had a keratin treatment for frizz-prone hair report drastic improvement in their daily hair styling routine.
They found it easier to style their hair without having to spend long hours taming unruly frizz or putting flyaways in check. After a keratin treatment, you only need the best professional keratin treatment products to maintain the treatment with minimal effort.
Curly and Wavy Hair
Those with straight hair may frequently indulge in keratin treatments, but that doesn't mean curly and wavy-haired girlies cannot benefit as much. To tell you what: as long as curly and wavy hair gets frizzy, unruly, and rough too, a keratin treatment is welcomed. Keratin treatment does not only straighten hair out, it also provides a smoothing effect that curly and wavy hair can benefit from.
With a keratin treatment done, you would love your curl better—well defined, luscious, less dull, and with more of a natural shine. We love it for you already!
Dry or Overprocessed Hair
If your hair has been overprocessed, it is dull, lacklustre and breaks easily. This happens because the protein in your hair is lost. A keratin treatment can be a great fix for dry hair, but you should be careful here. Your hair is already damaged; you sure don't want further damage. So, use gentle products like GK Hair's The Best Hair Treatment and maintain it with The Best Professional Hair Kit for the next couple of months.
It works for all hair types and even dry, tired strands can bounce back with it. Choose sulphate-free shampoos and conditioners, as sulphates can cause keratin to wane quickly. If you get one that is keratin-friendly, you can be sure the keratin stays and your hair is healthy. Including a hydrating mask in your routine isn't a bad idea at all. Well, be sure you are using a hair mask for keratin treated hair.
With a hydrating mask like GK Hair's Deep Conditioner Mask, you don't have to compromise on keratin for hydration.
Colour-Treated Hair
Those who have coloured hair often worry about losing that colour quickly. With a keratin treatment, that should not be a bother. The protective layer it forms around your hair keeps the pigment from fading. In fact, the smoothing effect of the keratin treatment complements the colour, giving it a glossy finish. If you've never had your hue like when you just did it, try keratin hair treatment and be happy this season.
A note of caution, though: after getting a keratin treatment, wait for 1-2 weeks before putting your hair under any more processing or colour touch-ups. That way, the keratin settles in properly, the results last longer, and you can actually enjoy the full benefits.
That said, keratin treatments aren't for everyone. They work best if your hair is frizzy or lacking protein. If that's not the case, the treatment may just feel like you've done a regular deep conditioning session. If yours is just fine, but you want it stronger and better, then you can opt for keratin-infused products from GK Hair other than a keratin treatment itself. This would simply strengthen your hair and reduce frizz without changing or altering your curl pattern.
How Long Does a Keratin Treatment Last?
If you step into salons in Dubai, they promise you that a keratin treatment can last 3-6 months. Well, keratin can stay that long on your hair depending on several factors—such as your hair type, your hair care routine, the environment you live in, and the stylist.
Your hair type tells a lot about how long the keratin treatment would last. Thick or coily hair often holds the keratin for longer but may require more of the treatment during the application. Even with the best keratin hair treatment, if your hair care products do not offer keratin care, the results may not last. Use keratin-friendly shampoo and conditioner to extend the results and keep the smoothness.
If your keratin treatment was done by a quack, don't expect salon-quality results. How well the stylist applies it would determine how long it would last. If you would be “DIY-ing,” then section your hair, lower the temperature of the blow-dryer, and rinse out thoroughly and appropriately.
Keratin Treatment Aftercare: How to Keep Your Hair Frizz-Free
After a keratin treatment is done, your hair doesn't need too much other than tender loving care, gentle products, and regular touch-ups.
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Use products designed for keratin-treated hair: Go for sulphate-free shampoo and conditioner. Use a lightweight styling spray that won't cloud the smoothness from the keratin and leave your hair heavy. You could also incorporate an oil serum in your routine.
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Apply a few drops of GK Hair's Argan Oil Serum to your hair ends before you blow-dry or comb through. This will help for an extra boost of shine and protection in the harsh weather.
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Avoid washing your hair daily: In the first 72 hours after a keratin treatment, the keratin is still setting in. Don't alter this process by touching, washing or exposing your hair. After the 72 hours elapse, be gentle when you wash your hair. Don't scrub; just massage gently. Don't rub vigorously when drying; just pat with a microfibre towel. If you wash every day before, reduce it to 2-3 times per week.
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Go for touch-ups: Haircare doesn't end after a keratin treatment. It is important to avoid any product or habit that would undo all the goodness. Even at that, a touch-up is still necessary 3-4 months after a Keratin Hair Treatment to have your hair back again. In between, use a hair mask for keratin treated hair weekly to keep your hair hydrated and protected.
Wondering why the 72 hours waiting period? Read: What Happens if I Wash My Hair 48 Hours After a Keratin Treatment
Pros and Cons of Keratin Hair Treatment
We often look at the benefits that the keratin hair straightening treatment has to offer that we overlook the cons, because there sure are. Let's weigh the pros and cons and be certain a keratin treatment is worth it.
- One thing to watch out for is chemicals in the treatment. Keratin treatments contain formaldehydes that can cause irritation on sensitive scalps. In addition, a keratin hair treatment is expensive to do, especially if you'd be requesting a professional service. Then, the cost of maintenance—in terms of products—is on the high side and may scratch your pocket.
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When you first have a keratin treatment done, you'll notice less frizz and styling time. You'll even have many good hair days in humid air. For those that have unruly hair and hair that doesn't cooperate, a keratin treatment is definitely worth the try. Also, for most of us who like a quick fix, a keratin hair treatment is just that. Just a treatment lasting for weeks!
